The Bride
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Movie Reviews of The Bride
Movie Review: The Bride
Summary: 4 Stars
The only reason to purchase this movie is to watch the sexy Jennifer Beals Pout her way through the scenes.Movie Review: An underrated little gem
Summary: 3 Stars
Thank goodness for the current DVD boom. It seems that all the major studios, in a rush to get product on the shelves, are in the process of scouring through their back catalogues and releasing everything and anything available. The "Midnite Movies" series from MGM is a perfect example. So likewise, Columbia has released The Bride on DVD. True, it is NOT a horror film, and yes, a musician is in the lead role(always a dubious casting move), but it does succeed on many levels. This retelling of The Bride of Frankenstein works more as a romantic fantasy, and the narrative chugs along at quick, engrossing pace, especially the sub-plot of Victor(the Monster) and Rinaldo. The many poignant moments between these two and the child-like demeanor of Victor gives the movie its soul. That said, the ending is a bit of a dissappointment, which the director freely admits to on the commentary track, which is filled with relevant and amusing anecdotes about the film itself.
So if anyone remembers this eighties artifact fondly, I say its a worthy addition to your collection. And listen to the commentary!
Movie Review: Good, not great "sequel"......
Summary: 3 Stars
"The Bride" represents a noble effort to reinvent the Frankenstein film, but it falls a little short, mainly due to mediocre performances by Sting and Jennifer Beals. Contrary to popular belief, "The Bride" is NOT a remake of the classic "Bride of Frankenstein". It is, in effect, a sequel. The opening scene of "The Bride" is a re-imagining of the final scene of "Bride of Frankenstein". However, the Creature (named Victor here), his bride and the good Dr. Frankenstein all survive the laboratory's explosion. The rest of the film, which is a drama not a horror movie, follows the parallel story of the Creature and his would-be bride, discovering themselves and eventually, just maybe, each other. You'll need to see the movie to find out if the two ultimately get together, or not. Worth a look for the open minded.Movie Review: For fans of Frankenstein, Sting, or Jennifer Beals.
Summary: 3 Stars
This movie is hard to review. I guess it's for fans of Frankenstein and/or Jennifer Beals. I can understand why some people won't like the picture. I enjoyed it. The relationship between the monster and the midget is very entertaining and touching. Jennifer Beals is so beautiful that who couldn't take your eyes of this picture for her alone! I do have to slam the comentary. The director rambles on about things that are not interesting. Directors should watch their movies and take notes and then record the comentary. This guy doesn't get to the point and changes topics while in the middle of sentences. Aside from that I am glad this film is out on DVD. The scenery is beautiful and it's a great escape from reality. Imagine if you can make yourself a bride that looks like Jennifer Beals. What a fantasy!!Movie Review: Don't expect too much...
Summary: 3 Stars
...but the movie isn't bad. Not at all. But I am a Sting-fan, and unless I probably wouldn't have bought this one. As mentioned one should'nt expect Coppolas' Dracula, but The Bride could have been a lot worse than it is. Stings' acting suits the Frankenstein-character, and the relationship that builds up between Frankensteins' monster and the midget is moving, the chemistry between these two actors works very good, and somehow lifts the movie. The story is ok I think, but "The Bride" is perhaps no classic (not in my collection anyway) -but of course it is a must-have for Sting-fans, check it out!